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Respite — Tempest #249
Respite is a common Instant from Tempest (1997), collector number 249, illustrated by Rebecca Guay.
Respite price
Prices from Scryfall, updated daily, for near-mint copies. Indicative only — UK sold prices on eBay are often the best guide.
Card details
- Set
- Tempest
- Number
- 249
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- {1}{G}
- Colour
- Green
- Illustrator
- Rebecca Guay
- Released
- 14 October 1997
What Respite does
Prevent all combat damage that would be dealt this turn. You gain 1 life for each attacking creature.
Format legality
Other printings of Respite
| No. | Card | Set | Rarity | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 176 |  Respite Instant | Conspiracy 2014 | Common | €0.24 |
All 2 Respite printings compared →
Questions people ask
How much is Respite from Tempest worth?
About €0.23 for a near-mint non-foil copy. Check UK eBay sold listings for what copies really sell for here.
How many printings of Respite are there?
2 English paper printings, from Conspiracy to Tempest. The cheapest right now is the Tempest printing.
Is Respite legal in Commander?
Yes, it is legal in Commander.
Who illustrated Respite (Tempest)?
Rebecca Guay.
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